The northern maned sloth (Bradypus torquatus) is a three-toed sloth that is native to South America. It is one of four species of three-toed sloths belonging to the suborder Xenarthra and are placental …

Basic facts about Maned Sloth: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.

Jul 1, 2024 · The northern maned sloth (Bradypus torquatus) occurs in the Brazilian states of Bahia and Sergipe, and the Southern maned sloth (Bradypus crinitus) occurs in Rio de Janeiro and Espírito …

Bradypus torquatus occurs in patches of the coastal Brazilian Atlantic rain forest within the states of Bahia, Espirito Santo, and Rio de Janeiro. Maned three-toed sloths are found at altitudes as high as …

Unlike other Bradypus species, male maned sloths do not have a dorsal speculum. This largely arboreal species is found in wet tropical forest. Most records are from evergreen forests, and just a handful of …

Explore the unique traits, habitat, and conservation efforts of Maned sloth to protect this vulnerable species in the Atlantic Forest.

Sep 5, 2025 · Maned sloths are an endemic species unique to certain regions of Brazil. They are best known for their slow movements and are exclusive to Southern and Central America. Learn more …